Clinical Nurse Specialist – Brain Program

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Toronto Rehab - University Centre
Department: Collaborative Academic Practice Brain Program
Reports to: Director of Professional Practice
Salary Range: $97227 - $121514
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Days
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: February 27 2026

Position Summary

This CNS position based within TRs Brain Program will be part of both the Professional Practice Leadership and the Brain Program Leadership teams.  The CNS will be responsible for liaising with all program inpatient units and outpatient clinics located at TRs University Centre (UC) site. The successful candidate will further have the opportunity to contribute to clinical quality improvement initiatives and participate in program development. They should be able to demonstrate understanding of compliance with and commitment to UHN values patient safety and best practices in order to ensure a safe and supportive environment for patients and staff.

Duties

• Proactively assist clinical teams in addressing patient care issues and clinical concerns
• Ensure clinical interventions are aligned with best practices
• Support education and academic practice student mentorship and research activities
• Provide expertise in the care of medically and behaviorally complex individuals
• Facilitate assessments of patients referred for complex behavioural or medical issues (often related to a stroke or other acquired brain injury for example)
• Support the inter-professional care team in developing their own assessment skills patient care plans and clinical interventions while also providing support to patients and their families
• Liaise with wound care experts to address any patient wound and skin issues
• Build capacity with staff related to the management of both chronic and acute medical/neurological and behavioral issues
• Consult with other specialty services and supports such as psychiatry or wound care as required

Qualifications :

• Masters degree in Nursing required
• Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RN in the General Class required and able to practice nursing without restriction
• Completion of a Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) program required                          
•  Minimum 3-5 years recent clinical experience in acute or rehab inpatient setting required
• Crisis intervention training TIDES training (trauma-informed de-escalation techniques) or additional clinical specialization in behavioural health considered an asset
  CNA Specialty Certification in Neurology or Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing also considered assets
  Prior experience as a CNS in a specified clinical specialty program also preferred
  Advanced knowledge of the interplay of mental health and medical conditions
  Knowledge of professional trends scope and standards of practice and relevant legislation
  Demonstrated knowledge base and advanced level of clinical competence in working with patients with complex and chronic neurological health issues
  Highly developed oral and written communication skills
  Previous experience in designing or facilitating teaching/educational initiatives
  Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills
  Demonstrated ability to act as a resource and consultant to clinicians and interprofessional team members
  Demonstrated self-directed critical thinking and problem solving skills
  Demonstrated organizational presentation and leadership skills
  Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality
  Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development
  Patient/Client service oriented with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand

Additional Information :

Why join UHN

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP  access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts on-site gyms etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration. 

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time